Riverdale cast calls for release of producer's father by Nicaragua government

Stars of the Netflix drama series Riverdale have called on the government of Nicaragua, in Central America, to free showrunner Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa's father - who has been sentenced for treason and conspiracy in the country. In the video posted on Wednesday, cast members described the capture of Francisco as a "miscarriage of justice" and called on fans to use #FreeFrancisco and #SOSNicaragua on social media.

Reposting the video on Twitter, Aguirre-Sacasa added: "This means everything to my entire family. Getting the word out about what’s been happening in Nicaragua to my dad and so many others fighting for freedom!"